Speak Italian like you’re really in Italy – natural conversations, everyday vocabulary, and a dive into Italian culture (recipes included!)

From 34 € /h

Ciao!
My name is Costy and I’ve been living abroad for over 12 years, in different European countries. During this time, I’ve had the chance to teach Italian to many international friends and colleagues — always in a practical, relaxed, and personalized way.

My lessons are fully tailored to you: we can choose the topic of each session together and grow your real-life vocabulary, the kind you truly need to feel confident speaking Italian.

And if you happen to be passionate about Italian cuisine , we can also explore traditional recipes, learn food-related vocabulary, and dive into this rich and flavorful world — which is just as much a part of Italy as the language itself.

Each lesson is unique and dynamic, designed to help you speak more naturally and with ease.

Extra information

I’ve been living and working abroad for over 12 years, across several European countries, and during this time I’ve taught Italian to a wide variety of learners — from complete beginners to advanced speakers — always adapting to their personal goals and learning style.

My teaching method is practical, communicative, and based on real-life language use. I believe that learning should be clear, motivating, and grounded in everyday situations.

My academic background in science and my international career have taught me the importance of precision, curiosity, and cultural openness — all of which I bring into my lessons. I create a calm, supportive environment where students feel encouraged to make progress with confidence.

Whether you're preparing for a trip to Italy, need Italian for work, or simply want to speak more fluently, I’m here to guide you step by step.

Location

Online from Germany

Age

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Italian

Spanish

Skills

Italian

Italian for adults

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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Gemma

5.0

(16)

Do you love Italian people, history, and food and you would like to speak the language?
I am a CEDILS-certified Italian teacher born and raised in Florence, and I've also been a language student myself for a long time! If you want to be able to interact with Italians quickly, I can give you some tips about correct pronunciation, fundamental grammar, and vocabulary, but also Italian art and popular culture, which I think is fundamental to understanding the mentality and the country that you are going to interact with.
Lessons will be tailored according to the student's needs, level, and mother language and focused on the conversation.

I am also available to proofread your writings.

Emma

5.0

(16)

- I'm a professional Italian teacher from Italy, now living between Pisa and Rome. I have 10 years of teaching experience. I am very patient and I love to make a relaxed and friendly class environment. I have qualifications and experience teaching at different levels and in different contexts. I can help the student to improve the oral, written, and comprehension skills. Most important is that each course is based on the needs, interests, and availability of the student. I can offer students private accommodation in Pisa, a comfortable private apartment in the historic center of the city, a short walk from my home.

- The method is mainly what is called communicative, aimed at stimulating the student to speak immediately and putting the focus on the functional aspect of the language. For beginners, I usually follow a specific program, I prepare a course, and for each lesson, I send students the files that I scan from the various books. Also, the lessons can be essentially developed as conversations on specific subjects.

Francesca

5.0

(16)

👋🏼 Hello! I'm Francesca. Do you want to learn or improve your Italian?
No problem, more than 300 students have studied with me and learned while having fun. I started teaching at 19 thanks to the director of my high school and I have more than 15 years of experience, in Italy and abroad, all over the world thanks to the internet.
I offer online Italian courses for all levels, from absolute beginners to advanced learners, i.e., C2. I always have quality reference books to recommend to students.
My classes are highly personalized and tailored to the specific needs of each student. I guarantee quality because I put a lot of passion and care into everything I do, trying not to overlook the details.

🚀 During the lessons, I will help you learn the basics of general Italian, paying attention to pronunciation and intonation while reading. I am always attentive to the needs of the students and ready to tailor my lessons. My lessons are an investment for the present and the future because they are prepared with passion, a lot of experience, and dedication 🧡.

🌟 If you are a beginner, don't worry because I take great care to make you feel comfortable.

➡️ I work on different levels: conversation on different topics, grammar, reading, writing, dictation and games (role-playing games in which the student can test himself by communicating in a natural and practical way with the teacher, as in real life).
In addition, preparation for official language certificates (CELI, CILS, PLIDA), the Swiss maturity exam, apprenticeship as a commercial employee CFC and tailor-made courses in a certain professional field.
➡️ All levels: A1-C2

Noemi

5.0

(16)

Do you love Italy and would love to travel there? Would like to know more about the culture? My lessons are personalized to your needs and I make sure you don't get overwhelmed by the language, but enjoy the process of learning it! I always add a cultural element to my classes, so it's not just learning grammar, but learning how Italian people actually think and live.
Depending on your preference, I can teach the class fully in Italian or using English or Japanese when necessary.

Giorgia

5.0

(16)

Hello everyone!
I'm Giorgia and I come from Torino, Italy.
I offer my native knowledge of Italian to any of you, who wants to discover this beautiful language.

I teach for all levels, from very beginners to advanced speakers, passing through amateurs or simply curious of any age. I can also help with university exams and school works/assignments.
Being a pianist and a piano teacher, I already have lots of experience with teaching and pedagogical approach with the whole range of ages.

The lesson is intended to meet the student needs: the focus can be on the grammar, conversation or literature. In case of a middle-level speaker, the lesson will cover all four language's abilities: listening, speaking, writing and reading. My suggestion of a well planned lesson is, for any level, to divide it into two parts: grammar first and then conversation (covering all the abilities mentioned above).

Thank you for your attention and looking forward to meeting you !!

Paola

5.0

(16)

Hi, I'm Paola and I'm a graduate in Italian Literature and I also have a master's degree in Teaching Italian to Foreigners.
During the university period I gave private lessons to erasmus students in Italy and now I give individual Italian lessons in Amsterdam and online.
I use a book that I integrate with different materials. Conversation is very important, but so is listening and understanding a text.
The price for 2 people is higher of course, so send mj a message for more information.

A presto!

Silvia

5.0

(16)

If you wish to brush up your Italian, resume a past series of lessons, or simply start from scratch learning Italian, this is the right lesson for you! I like to personalize each class/course according to the needs and goals of my students. My classes are focused on improving the student's communication skills. At beginner and lower intermediate levels, I prefer using a text book/ student book in the first part of the class. I usually use "Nuovissimo Progetto Italiano" and "Arrivederci" by Edilingua, or "Nuovo Espresso" and "Dieci" by Alma Publishing. For the second part of the lesson, I create engaging contents using original videos, press articles, extracts from blogs and social media, literary texts. If the students do not feel comfortable using Italian from scratch, I can switch to English, German, or Dutch. The course fee includes the correction of home assignments.

Valérie

5.0

(16)

I offer Italian lessons for adults using a specific, very lively and effective method that will allow you to understand, read books in Italian, watch films in the original version and above all to express yourself quickly, with a solid grammatical foundation, in everyday life, but also to have rich conversations with your interlocutors.
Possibility of face-to-face or video lessons, at your convenience, knowing that my video lessons are just as interactive and lively as in person.

My name is Lucía, and I have a degree in Modern Languages, Culture, and Communication. I lived and traveled in Italy for several years and I work as a language and art teacher.

I offer Italian conversation classes for people who already have some background knowledge and want to speak more fluently, enjoyably, and confidently.

The conversation arises from live materials and the student's area of interest:
✅Images, painting and art
✅Excerpts from literature
✅Italian music and cinema
✅Culture, travel and daily life
✅Topics of personal interest

The approach is organic, relaxed, and personalized:
✅Vocabulary in context
✅ Pronunciation work
✅Seeking naturalness and expressiveness when speaking
✅Helpful corrections

Ideal for:
✅Levels A2–C1
✅Lovers of art and culture.
✅For anyone who wants to learn without stress, but combining rigor with enjoyment and Italian culture.

Shall we begin? 😄

Beatrice

5.0

(16)

Ciao! I’m a native Italian speaker with international experience, and I truly understand how intimidating it can feel to start from zero to learn a new language, or to want to improve but feel stuck. I’m also passionate about psychology, and I love sharing practical, ready-to-use tips to help you memorise better and learn in a way that feels easier and more natural.

My lessons are relaxed, but efficient and fully tailored to you. We focus on real-life conversational Italian, leaving space for guiding you to practice speaking from the start, but always with no pressure and plenty of encouragement and support. I work with all levels and adapt each lesson to your pace and goals.

Online lessons available, with flexible scheduling.

Elisabetta

5.0

(16)

Ciao a tutti! My name is Elisabetta and I am leaving in Isernia, a small town of Molise region, in central southern Italy.
I have been teaching italian for 6 years, I am an italian mother tongue and I speak english, french and spanish!
My lessons will let you discovery the Italian language but also its customs and tradition!
I am available for students of all levels, who want to start and learn the language or just improve their communication skills.
Are you ready to dive into Italian culture? Allora andiamo!

Desi

5.0

(16)

Ciao, I am Desi and I’ve been teaching Italian as a foreign language since 1988. I was born in Trento, in northern Italy, and over the years I’ve lived in Brazil, Sardegna, and now in a small village in Abruzzo. I have a degree in Italian Language and Culture for Foreigners and I’m a certified Italian teacher (DILS-PG, University of Perugia).
Hai già una buona base e vuoi parlare con più sicurezza? Facciamo due chiacchiere e miglioriamo la fluenza e la correttezza nel parlato.

Rosangela

5.0

(16)

I am a teacher of Italian, English, and Spanish, with specialized training in translation, modern language teaching, and interculturality. My approach is based on the idea that everyone learns differently, so together we will decide on the method that best suits your needs, interests, and pace.

For me, learning a language should take place in an environment where you feel comfortable, relaxed, and unafraid of making mistakes, almost as if you were chatting with a friend. I firmly believe that when learning stems from trust and spontaneous dialogue, the language ceases to be an obstacle and becomes a tool for expressing yourself and connecting with others.

That's why I create personalized classes that take into account your passions and goals. Defining what you want to do with the language you want to learn and who you'd like to be when you speak it is fundamental to building a practical, motivating, and truly meaningful learning path.

Rossana

5.0

(16)

Hi! In our classes we will work on perfecting the english language, in both written and spoken contexts. I grew up bilingual in both italian and english and noticed the gap of knowledge in italian schools when teaching english, so I hope to help close this gap for potential students.